SACRAMENTO — Assemblymember James C. Ramos (D-San Bernardino) has introduced a 2025 legislative package that includes a bill to benefit veterans.

AB 53 (Military Tax Exemption) would provide a state tax exemption for retired members of the Armed Forces and recipients of the Department of Defense’s Survivor Benefits Program starting in 2025.

The exemption would be for up to $20,000 for taxable years between 2025 and 2030.

The sponsors include the American Legion, Department of California, California Association of County Veterans Service Officers, California Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States, Marine Corp League, Department of California and Military Officers Association of America-California Council of Chapters.

The bill has been referred to the Assembly Committee on Revenue and Taxation.